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IC 5332 - A face-on spiral whose dust and gas pattern between stars is revealed by MIRI.

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IC 5332

Also known as: PGC 70559

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Analysis

Face-on spiral with PAH-rich interarm regions revealed in mid-infrared.

Key Features

PAH emission
Dust ring
Face-on spiral
Interarm regions

Fun Fact

Appears unremarkable in visible light but stunning in MIRI

Observation Details

Coordinates: RA: 23h 31m 13.44s, Dec: -36° 6' 3.6"; Constellation: Sculptor
Observation Date: October 12, 2022
Instrument: MIRI; Filters: F770W, F1130W, F2100W
Distance: 30.0 million light years

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